Empowering women through beauty is the mission of "My Fairy Godfathers" Foundation and they want to share it with YOU! Award-winning, celebrity hair & makeup stylists, Andrew Ashton and Steven Anderson have made it their passion to show women that they are not defined by circumstances such as illness, homelessness, financial hardship or adversity. With more than 5,000 females already empowered, they thrive on styling a wig for someone battling cancer, providing a scholarship to a high school ...
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Paying It Forward: The Ripple Effect of Philanthropy and Beauty with Gayle Guyardo
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26:16In this episode, co-hosts Steven Anderson and Andrew Ashton sit down with Gayle Guyardo, host of the health and wellness show “BLOOM” and longtime supporter of the foundation. Gayle opens up about her passionate commitment to philanthropy, her mother’s legacy of elevating others through confidence and beauty, and the profound, ripple effects that a…
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Inside the Foundation: How Our Donors Help Create Lasting Change
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31:29Join Steven Anderson and Andrew Ashton as they welcome Karen Burgeson, long time donor, friend, and board member of My Fairy Godfathers Foundation. This episode offers a glimpse into touching stories of the people whose lives have been transformed by the foundation's generosity and hard work, including key moments like their first prom recipient ex…
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How Crowning Glory Wigs Transform Lives: Maria's Story
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23:31In this heartwarming episode, co-founders Steven Anderson and Andrew Ashton are joined by Maria, a cancer survivor who shares her personal journey of resilience and recovery. This episode shines a spotlight on their pivotal Crowning Glory program, through which they provide custom wigs to women diagnosed with catastrophic illness, aiming to restore…
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Making a Difference Together: Empowering Local Teens and Women with Carla
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23:01Join Steven Anderson and Andrew Ashton, the co-founders of My Fairy Godfathers Foundation, as they sit down with Carla, a dedicated nonprofit professional. Carla shares her incredible journey from banking to philanthropy, her impactful work with organizations like Pace Center for Girls, Boys and Girls Club, and past collaborations with My Fairy God…
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A Grateful Heart: Thank You to Our Community and Supporters
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30:25Content Warning: Discussion of Domestic Abuse Andrew Ashton and Steven Anderson, co-founders of My Fairy Godfathers Foundation, along with Blair LaHaye, reflect on the importance of expressing gratitude to all the supporters, volunteers, committee members, and donors who have played a vital role in their mission. From personal stories about weekend…
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The Transformative Power of Prom: Jada's Experience
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26:12In today's episode, Steven Anderson and Andrew Ashton dive into all things prom with their special guest, Jada. They reminisce about the transformative experience Jada had during her prom, known as the If The Shoe Fits program— it remains a cornerstone initiative of the My Fairy Godfathers Foundation that began 11 years ago. Jada shares her inspiri…
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Behind the Scenes: Spreading Fairy Dust in L.A. Part 2
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28:23Note: My Fairy Godfathers Foundation visit to two LA cancer centers took place in the fall of 2024 and episodes relating to the trip were taped in December. These were prior to the devastating wildfires. Our hearts and prayers go out to all impacted in California. Co-founders Andrew Ashton and Steven Anderson, along with Blair LaHaye, reflect on th…
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Behind the Scenes: Spreading Fairy Dust in L.A. Part 1
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8:30Note: My Fairy Godfathers Foundation visit to two LA cancer centers took place in the fall of 2024 and episodes relating to the trip were taped in December. These were prior to the devastating wildfires. Our hearts and prayers go out to all impacted in California. Join co-founders Andrew Ashton and Steven Anderson as the My Fairy Godfathers Foundat…
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Helping Women with Cancer Reclaim Their Identity: Carrie’s Story
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32:13Welcome to the My Fairy Godfathers Podcast, where co-founders Andrew Ashton and Steven Anderson share the heartwarming and impactful mission of their foundation. In this episode, special guest Carrie Roper, shares her inspiring journey of overcoming breast cancer and the emotional challenges of hair loss due to treatment. We'll explore the transfor…
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Giving Back Through Beauty: The Beginning of My Fairy Godfathers Foundation
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25:50Welcome to the very first episode of the My Fairy Godfathers Podcast! The mission of founders Steven Anderson and Andrew Ashton is giving back through beauty, to help women feel beautiful. In this episode, they recount the beginnings of their foundation, sharing touching stories such as their first project with a teen named Faith whose prom dream t…
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Join Andrew Ashton and Steven Anderson of the My Fairy Godfathers Foundation for real life stories of beauty, philanthropy, and more. Enjoy moments of lightheartedness and maybe even a few tears, but prepare to be moved by the uplifting stories they have to share. Tune in every other Wednesday for a brand new episode. Tickets for the third annual F…
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